Should i get a custody order?

As you are not in agreement on the parenting issue, you should consult an attorney as to how to proceed. There are numerous considerations as to a...

How does one go about getting the income of a non-custodial parent if there is no employer to release pay roll information?+

Of course, the first issue is whether the man has already been legally determined to be the father by the parents having properly executed and...

The phrase is used as a colloquialism to summarize the comparative parenting time of the parents and improperly used to connote the parent with the...

Can your parents file an emancipation with out your consent?

If you are not yet age 18 and your parents have filed a petition to have you declared emancipated (a legal adult), they will have to show the court...

What happens at a hearing for attorney fees?

You should at least consult an attorney to review whatever documents you have regarding the issue. If the request for attorney fees is as a...

What are the exceptions for common law marriage in Illinois?

As noted, Illinois law does not recognize a "common law" or de facto marriage. It is not clear from your brief information as to the...

The exact terms of the court orders and, if by agreement, the understandings at the time of the agreement would need to be reviewed. You should...

If a party is served with a Summons and does not participate in the case, the court can enter a default order. If there is an issue of...

Do public County Assessor documents have to be turned over to opposing counsel.?

The Rules on discovery and evidence are complex and, with all rules, there are numerous exceptions. You should retain an attorney, particularly in...

Is my child support payment eligible to be less than the 20% guideline if I am the primary residence?

The child support is determined based upon the parenting time schedule, financial abilities of the parents, and the financial needs and best...